Principal - Data Owner

Wood Mackenzie is the global data and analytics business for the renewables, energy, and natural resources industries. Enhanced by technology. Enriched by human intelligence. In an ever-changing world, companies and governments need reliable and actionable insight to lead the transition to a sustainable future. That’s why we cover the entire supply chain with unparalleled breadth and depth, backed by over 50 years’ experience. Our team of over 2,400 experts, operating across 30 global locations, are enabling customers’ decisions through real-time analytics, consultancy, events and thought leadership. Together, we deliver the insight they need to separate risk from opportunity and make confident decisions when it matters most.

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Wood Mackenzie are the global research, analytics, and consultancy business powering the natural resources industry. For 50 years, we have been providing the quality data, analytics, and insights our customers rely on to inspire their decision making. Our dedicated oil, gas & LNG, power & renewables, chemicals, metals & mining sector teams are located around the world and deliver a variety of projects based on our assessment and valuation of thousands of individual assets, companies, and economic indicators such as market supply, demand, and price trends. We have over 1,900 employees in 30 locations, serving customers in nearly 80 countries. Together, we inspire and innovate the markets we serve – providing invaluable intelligence to help our customers overcome the toughest challenges, and make strategic decisions that will, ultimately, accelerate the world’s transition to a more sustainable future.

Wood Mackenzie Values

• Inclusive – we succeed together
• Trusting – we choose to trust each other
• Customer committed – we put customers at the heart of our decisions
• Future Focused – we accelerate change
• Curious – we turn knowledge into action

Role Purpose

We are seeking a skilled Data Owner to manage and optimise data related to our power dispatch model. This critical role involves overseeing the accuracy, accessibility, and governance of data used to inform decisions about electricity generation and distribution. The ideal candidate will work closely with technical teams and business stakeholders to ensure data supports efficient, cost-effective, and reliable power dispatch operations.

Main Responsibilities

• Data Management & Governance - Own the integrity, quality, and security of data supporting the power dispatch model, ensuring it is accurate, consistent, and accessible to relevant teams.

• Collaboration with Stakeholders - Work closely with energy analysts, engineers, and decision-makers to understand data requirements and ensure the model’s data meets operational needs.

• Technology Integration - Leverage tools like Snowflake or similar data warehousing technologies to streamline data storage, retrieval, and analysis, ensuring efficient handling of large datasets.

• Data Quality Assurance - Implement processes and checks to validate and maintain high data quality across various sources, enabling reliable power dispatch decisions.

• Reporting & Insights - Provide meaningful insights and data-driven recommendations to improve the dispatch model’s efficiency, while ensuring alignment with broader business goals.

• Team Building - Lead and build a data analyst team to support the power dispatch model, fostering a collaborative and innovative culture.

Expectations

• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Economics, or similar).
• Strong experience in managing large datasets and data governance, ideally within the energy or utilities sector. Experience with data warehousing solutions like Snowflake or similar platforms is essential.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve data issues.
• Proficiency in data visualisation and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Strong communication skills to effectively convey complex data insights to non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional and international teams, translating complex data into actionable insights.
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying updated on the latest data trends and tools in the energy sector.
• Familiarity with the power and energy sector, including experience in power dispatch models or energy systems, will be highly valued.
• Experience in SQL or Python is advantageous.

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Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer. This means we are committed to recruiting the best people regardless of their race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. You can find out more about your rights under the law at www.eeoc.gov 

If you are applying for a role and have a physical or mental disability, we will support you with your application or through the hiring process.